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I think I’m going to have to say the Peg Trail 5 right now! It’s the one I’d certainly choose. I’m actually working on a roundup of my favorite road to trail hybrid shoes this week which will drop on www.trailandkale.com in a few days :)

Hmm, that’s a tough one - I’d say go with the Zegama 2 if you prefer a lower drop and hike technical trails, it also has zoomx in the midsole making it better for road runs

@@trailandkale Thank you for the reply :)

@kaishunider4110 you’re welcome! ✌🏼

It is! Such sleakness!

Hey, thanks for the sub! The Caldera 7 may be a better fit for you! It's definitely more breathable and has a wider fit, and also footprint underneath which gives it nice stability. It also has plenty of cushioning in the midsole which you'll appreciate. Hope that helps! -Alastair

@@trailandkale so guess what I ended up buying and they look (and feel awesome for what I need)?!? Believe it or not the Caldera 7’s felt narrow (despite the reviews) and I wasn’t impressed overall. I ended up getting a brand I’ve never heard of called Karhu Ikoni Trail 1.0 (white version or “barely blue / horizon blue)…these things look and feel awesome. Never heard of the brand till I saw them in the Fleet Feet store in Sugar Land, TX today. I’m in love 😍

That’s a new one on me! I’ll have to look into the brand! Glad you found the perfect shoe just in time for your trip!

@@trailandkale Finnish brand that’s been around since 1916. Never heard of them until today. Love the lighter color way and it feels so nice so far.

Thanks for sharing! I feel like I should have heard of them before! lol will keep an eye out for them

Have you tried speedgoat 6 or MTL Long Sky 2 Matryx yet? Damn they’re good on technical

@@trailandkale I haven't but the Long Sky 2 is definitely one I'd like to try. I haven't run in a Speedgoat since the second but it did pretty darn well. I did just pick up the Kiger 9 for $50 and hope to give it the descent test this week. The issue for me is my foot moving around n the toe box when it gets crazy steep and rocky for miles on end. Definitely not runnable trails but they are part of my long runs into the mountains.

@victorystone1984 yeah give that Long Sky 2 matryx a try - so awesome! Kiger 9 is a nice comfortable shoe, the only main downside for me was the outsole traction. It’s still on Nike’s old compound (not ATC, or Vibram megagrip) / I guess that will come next year

@@trailandkale thanks for the confirmation on the Long Sky 2 matryx! I think I'm gonna have to pull the trigger when I able to sneak them in the house. Our trails here are super dry, I'm in Albuquerque, so I'm hoping the traction on the Kiger 9 will work for me. Thanks for your in put and your reviews. Your channel is one of the best for us gear nerds

@victorystone1984 thanks so much, I really appreciate that! Please share it with your run friends! I could use all the exposure I can get! :)

Well, when you’ve tested and reviewed as many shoes as I have over the last 10 years, experience is everything. Sometimes I know after one highly varied (in terrain and in vert gain/loss) 10k trail run, sometimes a shoe needs longer for me to form an opinion. I determine that after my first run along my test route.

Thanks Mikkol! Appreciate it! ✌🏼

Ah that’s a shame you didn’t get on well with them, are you looking for something a bit more responsive so the a more lightweight upper? I can recommend a few if you’d like?

Bah… well yes, ok I guess linking that video review gave the game away a little!! 😝 congrats, here’s your reward: 🏆

@@trailandkale I also want me free dose of 'nothing' please ;)

@jeroen1989 oh did you not get that earlier? Check your inbox… you’ll see something 0 pixels squared in there. 😝

Ohh I like it! Also, that shoe review is coming soon! :)

@@trailandkale awesome! Hoping you tested it. It has really grown on me over the last months. I’ve got 100+ miles in my first pair and they are holding up well in CO rugged terrain.

It does seem like it’s going to be a great shoe on first impressions

Nope 😝

Oh man that’s a steal!! Glad you’re enjoying them! ✌🏼

Great question! For the most part they feel very similar on the roads… the peg trail 5 feels a little flatter under the forefoot though as there’s no zoom X unit under there like the Peg 41 has BUT the peg trail 5 feels softer (more cushioned) elsewhere (under the midfoot and heel) due to the higher stack height in that area. Peg trail 5 has much better traction should you hit wet roads, or dirt roads. I’ll publish a community post on our channel in a minute just for you..

@@trailandkale Wow, thank you very much man, I appreciate it.

You’re welcome!

Hey @ericwj7! Thanks for sharing your thoughts. I haven’t reviewed the Edge yet, but it’s in my line up! I have read that the Edge Paris is a solid choice for shorter races, especially if you liked the Edge+ for those distances. The firmer ride of the Edge Paris will definitely be tougher on the legs during a full marathon, so I understand your hesitation - if you have a high cadence running style it may suit you well though... I know I’d definitely prefer more cushioning in my mara shoes. The latest Saucony Endorphin Pro (v4) is a great shoe (recently reviewed it on the channel), but yeah, finding the right balance for long distances can be tricky. The original Sky is fantastic when you're in peak form, for sure. I'll definitely share more detailed thoughts on the Paris Edge as soon as I get hold of them. My fav Mara/super shoe right now is the Cielo x1 (czcams.com/video/eZsSWvC1XDs/video.htmlsi=m8ncP1rUuj4mhGK2) - and here are my other favorites in order of how they performed in my reviews: www.trailandkale.com/gear/best-carbon-plate-running-shoes/ -Alastair

@@trailandkale Thank you!

lol I like it!

I’m so happy to see Nike making positive changes to the Peg Trail at last. Have a great trip! 🏜️

Unfortunately I have to because nowadays there are a lot of reviewers who don’t really do that much running. It’s good for viewers to know who they’re taking advice from.

They’re going places for sure! Have you tried Altra too?

@@trailandkale yes I like they’re road shoes I’ve had problems with the trail line up

Did you try the Lone Peaks, or Timps?

@@trailandkale I’ve ran in the lone peak 4.5,5 and 6 and after 50 miles the midsole feels like a flat tire I’ve been tempted to try the new timp

You’re welcome, hope you enjoyed it! The Xodus Ultra is on my list, I need to ask Saucony for a pair 👍🏼

@@trailandkale thanks looking forward to that

You should try the Prodigio by La Sportiva. Total overhaul in design and super critical foam midsole is awesome.

Thanks so much - I’ve never had a super before! 🙏🏻

@@trailandkale I’m really enjoying your channel, great reviews!

@TyAtwater thank you, appreciate that! ✌🏼

Brooks are starting to put out some funky colorways now. I quite like how the Hyperion Max 2 looks. Check it out

Most of them are from a brand called Janji. ✌🏼

I agree, I'm still wearing mine and they holding up really well

30lbs for this size. More info in my in-depth review here: www.trailandkale.com/gear/orca-cooler-review-40-quart/

Damn these look really nice though!

Hey there! They’re true to size

They should be good for hiking! You should also consider the Cloudultra 2 and Speedgoat 6. Both reviews are on our channel

@@trailandkale thank you!

welcome!

These ones really surpassed my expectations! So did the Launch 10 for that matter. You get so much for the money with both of them

These would be great for hiking, they are my top choice for it in fact 👍🏼

I’d recommend sizing up a half size

Perfect thank you so much

@MikeyMoran you’re welcome!

Thank you! I do my best! 😄✌🏼

true to size: czcams.com/video/7Zzlbe4ogg0/video.htmlsi=NBedjfjAK1BOFpdt&t=226

Such an amazing price for these shoes!

👨‍🔬✌🏼

Should also add I usually run under 10ks, my local park run is gravel, I may do longer distance in future but would be rare

Hey there, thanks for all that information! Based on the shoes you currently enjoy and the running you like to do I'd recommend you give the Speedgoat 6 a try! That said, the Zegama 2 and AP5 are both great trail running shoes too! The Brooks Catamount 3 is also a good one but a mit more responsive, but not as cushioned.

all those shoes have been reviewed on the channel if you'd like to learn more about them

@trailandkale thanks super helpful, yeah I have watched them all but seemed like you liked them all so was wondering which you liked best 😂

lol yeah they’re all good ones for sure! 🤣

What’s size what?

Great question! The Jacquard mesh in this upper does have similar stretch properties to some Hoka shoes. It's flexible and very breathable, providing a snug and comfortable fit, but it's not overly stretchy. This helps maintain the shoe's structure and support while still allowing for natural foot movement. Let me know if you have any other questions!

@@trailandkale Thanks! I ordered the S1 in my usual size to see how they do. I think I'd like the R1 more but not having rubber on the bottom made me lean towards the S1 more.

You're welcome! By the way, the R1 does have rubber compound on the outsole..

@@trailandkale Ohh weird. Other reviews I watched said it didn't have it and the outsole does look different between the two models

Not sure why they thought that, maybe they didn't test them properly because they definitely have a rubber compound on the outsole. At a glance it does look like a foam outsole but its not :)

Thanks for sharing your experience! It’s awesome to hear you’re enjoying the R1 and S1. I totally get the need for stable, lightweight, non-rockered shoes for those long ultra distances. The dual lacing system is indeed a nice idea, especially for managing foot swelling during races - i just wish that secondary system (the lower one) was easier to adjust - just feels clunky to me. Glad you had the Nnormal Tomirs as a backup, I actually have the Tomir 2 in for review which I'm looking forward to sharing thoughts on.

@@trailandkale the Tomir 2 is better overall but still a little harsh for my tastes. The fit is also voluminous. It feels more like a lighter hiking shoe. There are so many better options, including the ‘19 Inov-8 g300 TrailFly or the new LaSportiva Prodigio, my favorite trail shoe this year. Or the Merrell Agility Peak 5. Happy trails!

@TrailrunnerTroy ah yes I have that prodigio that I still need to take out and the Merrell Ap5 is a great shoe! Happy trails! :) ✌🏼

Hi there, my top recommendation for a high cushioned running shoe for walking long distances would be the New Balance 1080 v13 which has a 6mm drop (www.trailandkale.com/gear/new-balance-1080-v13-review/) OR the Hoka Arahi 7 which has a 5mm drop and good stability (www.trailandkale.com/gear/hoka-arahi-7-review/) - also both are reviewed here on CZcams, you can just use the search box on our channel profile. Hope this helps! -Alastair

@@trailandkale thanks!

You’re welcome!

There are better options for sure. See my other reply :)

How weird, do you get that with other shoes too?

​@@trailandkale it happens some times while testing but this is the first time it happened on running shoes bought on webstore. it is 100% due to my low malleolus, i need to test shoes first i guess 😁 as a note my other trail shoes are Scott supertrac RC2 i don't have this problem at all on these but i'm preparing a 70km so i may need a pair for longer trail

@daftheck1439 interesting, so I guess you must appreciate really low collars so that they don’t contact your low ankles?

@@trailandkale yep! collar height it an important info that is hard to get or estimate.

i always call out high collars, just incase it helps someone with low ankles

Do you prefer extra cushioning or more of a responsive shoe for faster runs? Or both??

Also, do you have any brand preference?

@@trailandkale I prefer max cushion and normally wear ASICS but I’m open to other brands too

@JPRowli have you tried the superblast from ASICS? The Hoka Skyward X is pretty badass too for speed and max cushioning.

@JPRowli also the On Cloudmonster hyper has an upper which is thinner than most high cushion shoes so it should drain water well. Reviews for them all can be found on our channel to learn more about them 👍🏼

I wanna fly put of the house with these on on my mtn bike possibly wear these drive my Italian Sportscar with my Yeti atop the glass roof??? Hmmm I'll need a bar system/rack #explore

@DougieFresh13 lol what?

@@trailandkale ill make a video soon. Cross Country State Champion Seton Catholic Knights

Not the best.. the peg trail 5 (czcams.com/video/rwJAtrVjLJE/video.htmlsi=8mSjeTkfZGA6BzQN) is the best crossover shoe. Zegama 2 is good too! (czcams.com/video/Fci96nDfmjc/video.htmlsi=7kCK1MptePT7jX51)

How rude! You’ll have to subscribe twice now to make it right 😝 welcome to the channel!

@@trailandkale haha ikr. Apologies. Thanks man!

Oh yeah for sure if you can get the 21 in a sale go for it! It’s not a huge update really